What is Monster Phonics?

Monster Phonics is a DfE-validated Systematic Synthetic Phonics (SSP) programme that provides a fun, engaging and memorable approach to learning to read and spell.

Monster Phonics helps children to learn the 44 sounds of the English language by grouping them into 10 colour-coded categories. Each category is represented by a friendly Monster, with a particular colour linked to a specific way of spelling a sound.

The combination of sounds, colours and characters provides children with memorable cues to help them recognise sounds, read words and remember different spelling patterns.

In school, children experience Monster Phonics through carefully structured lessons incorporating stories, songs, games and engaging activities. The consistent use of the Monster Phonics characters and colours helps children to see, hear and practise their phonics learning in a variety of ways.

This consistent approach supports children in developing the phonics knowledge and skills they need to become confident, fluent readers and writers.

Meet the Monsters!

The Monster Phonics characters each have their own special role in helping children learn different sounds and spelling patterns. As children progress through the programme, they become familiar with the Monsters and use their colours and characters as helpful prompts when reading and spelling.